FFT511 STCW Advanced Firefighting
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-08-05 | - |
Program Overview
This 5-day program, offered by NMIT in New Zealand, equips students with the leadership skills and knowledge to manage fire-fighting operations on ships at sea. It covers topics such as organizing fire parties, inspecting fire-fighting equipment, and preparing incident reports. The program is designed for those who already hold an STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting.
Program Outline
Outline:
Topic 1: Control fire-fighting operations aboard ships
This topic covers the management, organization, and control of fire-fighting operations on board ships at sea and in port, including communication with shore-based firefighters.
Topic 2: Organising and train fire parties
Topic 4: Incident Reports
Other:
The program is aimed at students who already hold an STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting. It is designed to equip them with the leadership skills and knowledge necessary to manage fire-fighting operations on board ships at sea. The program is 5 days long and is offered in Nelson, New Zealand.
- The program is part of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
- The program is delivered by the Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT).
- The program is accredited by Maritime New Zealand.
- The program costs $2127.00 in tuition and $31.00 in student levy.
- The program is offered in August 2024.
Entry Requirements:
To enroll in the FFT511 STCW Advanced Firefighting course at NMIT, applicants must fulfill the following prerequisites:
- Hold an STCW Certificate of Proficiency in Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting: This certifies that the applicant has successfully completed the basic firefighting training required for seafarers.
- Be physically fit and capable of participating in the practical training component: The course involves physically demanding activities, and participants must be in good health and able to actively engage in these exercises.
- Have a medical certificate issued by a General Practitioner: This ensures that the applicant is medically fit to participate in the course and perform the duties of a firefighter on board a vessel.
Entry Requirements for EU Home Students and International Overseas Students:
The entry requirements outlined above apply to all students, regardless of their nationality or residency status.
